Video education may ease prostate biopsy fears
NCT ID NCT07156747
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether showing patients a dynamic video before a prostate biopsy could lower their pain and anxiety compared to just verbal instructions or static images. 223 men aged 50-80 with elevated PSA levels participated. Pain was measured with a Visual Analog Scale and anxiety with the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory before and after the procedure.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could lead to better patient education methods that reduce fear and discomfort during prostate biopsies.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study comparing different information formats, not a treatment. Results may not apply to all hospitals or patient groups.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ankara Etlik City Hospital
Ankara, Yenimahalle, 06170, Turkey (Türkiye)
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